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The Complicated Role of a Water-Resistive Barrier
As a teenager, I worked for a small general contracting company. In between a lot of grunt work and coffee runs, I learned to do some carpentry. On two jobs,…
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WRB FAQ (That’s Water Resistive Barrier)
Researching building materials is no easy task. Manufacturers often won't answer important questions. What they don't seem to understand is that their marketing messages often don't distinguish them in a…
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Nine Water-Resistive Barriers Worth Knowing About
When I first started to look into these products, I was using the acronym WRB to stand for “weather-resistive barrier.” It seems that “weather-resistive barrier” and “water-resistive barrier” are often…
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Keeping Water Out of Walls: Housewrap and Beyond
A common criticism of the building industry is that it is slow to change. While this may not hold true with high-performance builders, it seems a fair stereotype for residential…
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Green Building Bulletin Board
A GBA reader suggested that we create a regional list of resources for green builders and homeowners. The list will include materials suppliers, consultants, and builders, separated by region. The…
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Podcast: Fine Homebuilding Editors Talk With Martin Holladay
Fine Homebuilding editors Justin Fink and Patrick McCombe recently invited GBA editor Martin Holladay to join them for their weekly podcast. The discussion ranged from heat-pump efficiency at high altitudes,…
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GBA Prime Sneak Peek: Bathroom Design
GBA Prime subscribers have access to many articles that aren't accessible to non-subscribers, including Martin Holladay's weekly blog series, “Musings of an Energy Nerd.” To whet the appetite of non-subscribers,…
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Thermal and Moisture Control Layers
Editor's note: This post originally was published as part of the ProHOME series at Fine Homebuilding magazine. Michael Maines is a Certified Passive House Consultant and residential designer based in…
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A Practical Approach to Passive House
I began my career in architecture nearly 17 years ago after spending many years as a contractor. My background has given me a strong appreciation for and understanding of people…
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GBA Prime Sneak Peek: Plan Ahead for Insulation
GBA Prime subscribers have access to many articles that aren't accessible to non-subscribers, including Martin Holladay's weekly blog series, “Musings of an Energy Nerd.” To whet the appetite of non-subscribers,…
